Uncovering 3 Undiscovered Gems with Strong Potential

In the wake of a "red sweep" in the U.S. elections, major stock indices have rallied, with small-cap stocks like those in the Russell 2000 Index leading gains despite not yet reaching record highs. As investors navigate this dynamic landscape marked by policy shifts and economic indicators such as a strengthening dollar and easing inflationary pressures, identifying promising small-cap stocks can offer unique opportunities for growth. In this context, uncovering undiscovered gems involves looking for companies with strong fundamentals that are well-positioned to benefit from favorable market conditions and potential regulatory changes.

Top 10 Undiscovered Gems With Strong Fundamentals

Name	Debt To Equity	Revenue Growth	Earnings Growth	Health Rating
PSC	17.90%	2.07%	13.38%	★★★★★★
COSCO SHIPPING International (Hong Kong)	NA	-3.84%	16.33%	★★★★★★
Impellam Group	31.12%	-5.43%	-6.86%	★★★★★★
Ovostar Union	0.01%	10.19%	49.85%	★★★★★★
Sundart Holdings	0.92%	-2.32%	-3.94%	★★★★★★
Citra Tubindo	NA	9.17%	14.32%	★★★★★★
Tianyun International Holdings	10.09%	-5.59%	-9.92%	★★★★★★
Focus Lighting and Fixtures	12.21%	36.42%	77.11%	★★★★★☆
Wilson	64.79%	30.09%	68.29%	★★★★☆☆
A2B Australia	15.83%	-7.78%	25.44%	★★★★☆☆

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Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Ghitha Holding P.J.S.C (ADX:GHITHA)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Ghitha Holding P.J.S.C is an investment holding company that provides management and investment services across diversified projects and businesses in the United Arab Emirates, with a market capitalization of AED5.59 billion.

Operations: Ghitha Holding P.J.S.C generates revenue through its management and investment services in diversified projects, with a segment adjustment of AED5.27 billion.

Ghitha Holding P.J.S.C shows a compelling profile with its earnings skyrocketing by 1039% over the past year, significantly outpacing the Consumer Retailing industry's 12.7% growth. Despite this, recent quarterly results reveal a dip in net income to AED 26.07 million from AED 109.14 million last year, hinting at potential volatility reflected in its share price movements over the past three months. The debt-to-equity ratio has risen to 16.5% from 4.1% over five years; however, interest payments are well covered by EBIT at a coverage of 3.8x and it maintains a satisfactory net debt-to-equity ratio of 6.2%. Additionally, Ghitha's price-to-earnings ratio stands attractively low at just 2.2x compared to the AE market's average of 13.4x, suggesting potential undervaluation amidst its high level of non-cash earnings and positive free cash flow status.

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Noritsu Koki (TSE:7744)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Noritsu Koki Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company that manufactures and sells audio equipment and peripheral products, with a market capitalization of ¥140.48 billion.

Operations: Noritsu Koki generates revenue primarily from the sale of audio equipment and peripheral products. The company's financial performance includes a focus on managing its cost structure to optimize profitability.

Noritsu Koki, a promising player in the industrials sector, has been making waves with its robust earnings growth of 69% over the past year, outpacing the industry average of 11%. The company is trading at a compelling value, priced 34% below its estimated fair value. Over five years, Noritsu Koki has significantly improved its financial health by reducing its debt to equity ratio from 50% to just under 17%, while maintaining high-quality earnings. With more cash than total debt and positive free cash flow, it seems well-positioned despite forecasts suggesting a modest decline in earnings ahead.

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Nan Pao Resins Chemical (TWSE:4766)

Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★★★

Overview: Nan Pao Resins Chemical Co., Ltd. is involved in the manufacturing, wholesale, and retail of synthetic resins and plastics, adhesives, resin coatings, dyes, and pigments across multiple continents including Asia and Oceania, with a market capitalization of approximately NT$35.27 billion.

Operations: Nan Pao Resins Chemical generates revenue primarily from Taiwan (NT$8.19 billion), Vietnam (NT$7.29 billion), and Mainland Area (NT$7.40 billion). The company also has significant revenue streams from Australia, contributing NT$3.07 billion, while other regions add NT$2.56 billion to its total revenue before adjustments and write-offs of NT$6.77 billion are factored in.

Nan Pao Resins Chemical, a nimble player in the chemicals sector, has shown robust performance with earnings growth of 42.5% over the past year, outpacing industry averages. The company reported second-quarter sales of TWD 5.78 billion and net income of TWD 672 million, marking a notable rise from last year's figures. Trading at approximately 29% below its estimated fair value suggests potential undervaluation against peers. With more cash than total debt and a reduced debt-to-equity ratio from 27% to 23% over five years, Nan Pao appears financially stable and well-positioned for future opportunities in its market space.

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• Explore historical data to track Nan Pao Resins Chemical's performance over time in our Past section.

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